The author states in paragraph one, "While Venus is simple to see from the distant but safe vantage point of Earth, it has proved a very challenging place to examine more closely." This is stating that Venus is safe, but you need to know challenges come along with it. In paragraph eight it says, "Striving to meet the challenge presented by Venus has value." the author values the challenge and strives for the goal.

Although the author may enjoy studying Venus and it's challenges, this study comes with it's difficulties. The author states in paragraph six, "Or maybe we should think of them as challenges."reffering to how they, "cannot take samples of rock, gas, or anything else, from a distance." The challenges they face predict how worthy of a pursuit Venus really is. The author states in paragraph five, "Not easy conditions, but survivable for humans." this meaning that this would be a risk, but they will survive.

The author states in paragraph eight, "Our travels on Earth and beyond should not be limited by dangers and doubts." this is saying what we do or where we travel should not be limited by dangers and fear. If we let dangers and fear overcome us, will we ever get anything accomplished? We let danger and fear go, and let the power of adventure come through. 